Description
An introduction to the martial art of aikido which comes from Japan and which demonstrates how one's spirit can be brought into harmony with the world.
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Exciting and high-energy, Aikido keeps growing in popularity. This martial art uses an irresistible and challenging mix of flexibility, speed, and agility. And because Aikido isn't a contest of strength, but of skill, it's perfect for any age.
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In simple language, two trained senseis explain the vocabulary and the technique of Aikido to kids ready to begin practicing this ancient martial art. Full-sized photos of kids in action show basic stretches, stances, punches, blocks, and breathing exercises. Learn how to fall properly, do rolls, and practice grabs. Along the way, you will master not only self-defense, but also self-control and discipline.
The fun really starts when it's all put togerher-and these tips will make sure kids do it right!
Contents
Whkat is Aikido?
Getting started
Aikido Basics
Putting It Together
Testing
Learning More About Aikido
Glossary of Terms
A Word for Parents
Index
Exciting and high-energy, Aikido keeps growing in popularity. This martial art uses an irresistible and challenging mix of flexibility, speed, and agility. And because Aikido isn't a contest of strength, but of skill, it's perfect for any age.
These kid-safe exercises contain ablsolutely
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no punches or dangerous contact with partners-and some of them can even be done alone. This way, they'll learn that Aikido is about more than winning or losing: it's about working cooperatively, helping each other, and seeking a peaceful solution to conflicts.In simple language, two trained senseis explain the vocabulary and the technique of Aikido to kids ready to begin practicing this ancient martial art. Full-sized photos of kids in action show basic stretches, stances, punches, blocks, and breathing exercises. Learn how to fall properly, do rolls, and practice grabs. Along the way, you will master not only self-defense, but also self-control and discipline.
The fun really starts when it's all put togerher-and these tips will make sure kids do it right!
Contents
Whkat is Aikido?
Getting started
Aikido Basics
Putting It Together
Testing
Learning More About Aikido
Glossary of Terms
A Word for Parents
Index
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ISBN
806994053
Publication
New York : Sterling-Publishing-Company-Incorporated Nov. 1998